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Dangerous Heat Grips Sherman as Feels-Like Hits 105F - Aug 8, 5 PM

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Sherman residents face dangerous heat today with air temperatures reaching 100F and feels-like values soaring to 105F. Conditions remain hot through tomorrow with no rain expected.

Carmen Solis

August 8, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Aug 8, 5 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

Sherman is currently under the influence of intense heat, with the air temperature sitting at 100F. Due to the combination of heat and humidity, the feels-like temperature is a hazardous 105F. The relative humidity is at 33%, with a dew point of 66F.

Winds are blowing from the south-southeast at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 14 mph. The sky remains clear overhead as the evening progresses.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, the sky will be mostly sunny with a high near 100F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values will reach as high as 103. Winds will be light, coming from the south-southeast around 5 mph.

The low tonight will be near 76F, with skies becoming mostly clear. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 78F overnight. Heat index values will remain elevated, peaking around 101.

Winds will shift to the south at around 5 mph.

Tomorrow, conditions will remain sunny with a high near 99F. The heat index is expected to reach 102. Winds will increase slightly, coming from the south-southwest at 5 to 10 mph.

There is a 0% chance of precipitation for tomorrow. The low tomorrow night will be around 77F, with temperatures rising to about 79F overnight. Heat index values will drop slightly to a high of 99.

Winds will continue from the south at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation for today is 13%.

Safety Reminders

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for this area. However, the extreme heat poses significant risks. Residents should stay hydrated and limit midday exertion to avoid heat-related illnesses.

Check on neighbors and vulnerable individuals who may be affected by the high temperatures. Keep pets indoors or provide ample shade and water if they must be outside. Avoid leaving people or animals in parked vehicles, as interior temperatures can rise rapidly to dangerous levels.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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